Heliconia papuana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
papuana
ID:
439103
Status:
valid
Authors:
W.J.Kress
Source:
wcs
Year:
1990
Citation Micro:
Allertonia 6: 30 (1990)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000438435
Common Names
- Heliconia Papuana
- Papuan Heliconia
- New Guinea Heliconia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Heliconia papuana (also called 'Papuan Heliconia', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with a large, bright yellow and red inflorescence. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in wet and moist habitats such as rainforests and swamps.
Uses & Benefits
Heliconia papuana is an ornamental plant that is often used in tropical gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used medicinally to treat digestive conditions, as well as to reduce inflammation and fever.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Heliconia papuana is a long, curved, yellow-green bract that grows from a short stem. Its seeds are small, black and oval in shape. The seedlings are small, green and have a single, long leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Heliconia papuana is a tropical flowering plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a warm, humid climate and should be grown in full sun or partial shade. It should be planted in a well-draining soil and watered regularly. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer every two weeks during the growing season.
Where to Find Heliconia papuana
Heliconia papuana can be found in New Guinea and Australia.
Heliconia papuana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Heliconia papuana?
Heliconia papuana
What is the natural habitat of Heliconia papuana?
Tropical rainforests of Central and South America
What are the common names of Heliconia papuana?
Papuan Heliconia, Papuan Lobster Claw
Species in the Heliconia genus
Heliconia abaloi, Heliconia acuminata, Heliconia adflexa, Heliconia aemygdiana, Heliconia albicosta, Heliconia angelica, Heliconia angusta, Heliconia antioquiensis, Heliconia apparicioi, Heliconia arrecta, Heliconia atratensis, Heliconia atropurpurea, Heliconia aurantiaca, Heliconia aurea, Heliconia auriculata, Heliconia badilloi, Heliconia barryana, Heliconia beckneri, Heliconia bella, Heliconia berriziana, Heliconia berryi, Heliconia bihai, Heliconia boultoniana, Heliconia bourgaeana, Heliconia brachyantha, Heliconia brenneri, Heliconia burleana, Heliconia calatheaphylla, Heliconia caquetensis, Heliconia carajaensis, Heliconia caribaea, Heliconia carmelae, Heliconia chartacea, Heliconia chrysocraspeda, Heliconia clinophila, Heliconia colgantea, Heliconia collinsiana, Heliconia combinata, Heliconia cordata, Heliconia crassa, Heliconia cristata, Heliconia cucullata, Heliconia curtispatha, Heliconia danielsiana, Heliconia darienensis, Heliconia dasyantha, Heliconia densiflora, Heliconia dielsiana, Heliconia donstonea, Heliconia episcopalis,
Species in the Heliconiaceae family
Heliconia abaloi, Heliconia acuminata, Heliconia adflexa, Heliconia aemygdiana, Heliconia albicosta, Heliconia angelica, Heliconia angusta, Heliconia antioquiensis, Heliconia apparicioi, Heliconia arrecta, Heliconia atratensis, Heliconia atropurpurea, Heliconia aurantiaca, Heliconia aurea, Heliconia auriculata, Heliconia badilloi, Heliconia barryana, Heliconia beckneri, Heliconia bella, Heliconia berriziana, Heliconia berryi, Heliconia bihai, Heliconia boultoniana, Heliconia bourgaeana, Heliconia brachyantha, Heliconia brenneri, Heliconia burleana, Heliconia calatheaphylla, Heliconia caquetensis, Heliconia carajaensis, Heliconia caribaea, Heliconia carmelae, Heliconia chartacea, Heliconia chrysocraspeda, Heliconia clinophila, Heliconia colgantea, Heliconia collinsiana, Heliconia combinata, Heliconia cordata, Heliconia crassa, Heliconia cristata, Heliconia cucullata, Heliconia curtispatha, Heliconia danielsiana, Heliconia darienensis, Heliconia dasyantha, Heliconia densiflora, Heliconia dielsiana, Heliconia donstonea, Heliconia episcopalis,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-248520: Based on the initial data import
W. John Kress (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.J.Kress' in the authors string.